Good morning, Medford.

The Salvation Army along with city officials, community leaders and supporters broke ground Tuesday on Hope House at 1065 Crews Road to expand its transitional housing with a new two-story building that will include seven multifamily units.

The project received a $300,000 award from the Housing Opportunity Fund and is expected to help more families move from crisis to independence.

The Medford Parks and Recreation team installed a memorial boulder + with the inscription 'I don’t think we do anything worthwhile alone' + at Bear Creek Park to honor late conservationist Jim Hutchins, whose work helped restore local natural spaces and educate young stewards before his passing last year.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is partnering with tribal groups and landowners to restore degraded fish habitat for salmon and steelhead — efforts that are expected to improve local fish populations over time.

A federal judge ruled that Alice Morris, a traveling nurse, did not prove that her religious beliefs caused her termination for not getting a COVID vaccine.

Attorney Ray Hacke said 61 other former employees will continue fighting their claims as Asante has two weeks to file a response—further reviews of the cases are still underway.

Governor Kotek announced Monday that a special session will begin August 29 to address the state’s transportation emergency by seeking funding for ODOT, local governments, and transit districts—she also directed a 45‑day delay on further layoffs to give impacted staff more time to plan. This move comes after the legislative session ended without a funded ODOT budget, prompting urgent action to stabilize critical services.

Soldiers from the Oregon Army National Guard's 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team returned home July 19 after a year-long deployment to Kosovo as part of the NATO-led Kosovo Force mission (KFOR).

The 134-room Element by Westin extended stay hotel will break ground in late August at the corner of Fourth and Bartlett streets — pending City Council approval to vacate surrounding blocks — near Pear Blossom Park.

Approved by the Medford Urban Renewal Agency last year, the hotel will open in spring or summer 2027 — and its arrival is expected to boost downtown development —.

Ambrose & Galfano Performance

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Walkabout Brewing Co. — Check local listings for cost — Experience the harmonious fusion of two talented musicians at this lively event.

Brothers Osborne Concert

7:30 p.m. — Britt Pavilion — Tickets available — Enjoy live country music from the talented duo Brothers Osborne.

Paranormal Cirque 2

7:30 p.m. — Rogue Valley Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling and chilling circus fusion of acrobatics, illusion, and the paranormal.

Tarzan - The Musical

3:00-4:30 p.m. — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrilling adventure of Tarzan live on stage in Medford.

Tarzan - The Musical

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the thrilling tale of Tarzan brought to life on stage in Medford.

Music and Wine Series Featuring Robbie DaCosta

6-8 p.m. — RoxyAnn Winery — Free entry — Enjoy live dance-worthy music paired with award-winning wines at this lively event.

Tarzan - The Musical

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the adventure of Tarzan brought to life on stage in Medford.

Rainbow Kitten Surprise Concert

7:30 p.m. — Britt Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique sound of Rainbow Kitten Surprise in an intimate outdoor setting.

Hummingbird Estates Comedy Night

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Hummingbird Estate — $33.85 — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Carl Lee, D.J Kamoflage, and Lynette Manning bringing the comedy.

MUSIC + WINE SERIES WITH Nick & Shae

4-6 p.m. — RoxyAnn Winery — Free entry — Enjoy live music and award-winning wines in a festive winery atmosphere.